Witch
Lich
Witch ascendancy. An energy shield focused chaos caster that curses foes and triggers chain explosions.
0.5 Return of the Ancients · updated October 17, 2026
- Class
- Witch
- Tier (Oct 2026)
- A
- Added
- Dawn of the Hunt (0.2.0)
Lich overview
Lich is a Witch ascendancy. An energy shield focused chaos caster that curses foes and triggers chain explosions. Strong for players who like curses and explosive clears.
Editorial rating
We rate Lich A tier for general endgame play in the 0.5 Return of the Ancients era. The rating is our own opinion based on community build performance and it can change with every balance patch.
When it was added
Lich arrived in Dawn of the Hunt (0.2.0).
Related
See the Witch class page and the ascendancy tier list.
FAQ
Is Lich good in Path of Exile 2?
We rate it A tier for endgame in the 0.5 era. Strong for players who like curses and explosive clears.
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